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Computer Science (Cyber Security) Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Course Overview - Computer Science (Cyber Security) Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
The world relies on technology more than ever before. As a result, today the prevention of cyberattacks, data breaches and identity theft are a priority for individuals, businesses and governments alike.
In order to target this growing requirement within industry, Heriot-Watt has designed a brand new programme for 2020, BSc Computer Science (Cyber Security). This Undergraduate programme will provide students with a sound foundation and applied skills in Computer Science with an emphasis in Cyber Security, in addition to other professional skills, enabling them to succeed in...
The world relies on technology more than ever before. As a result, today the prevention of cyberattacks, data breaches and identity theft are a priority for individuals, businesses and governments alike.
In order to target this growing requirement within industry, Heriot-Watt has designed a brand new programme for 2020, BSc Computer Science (Cyber Security). This Undergraduate programme will provide students with a sound foundation and applied skills in Computer Science with an emphasis in Cyber Security, in addition to other professional skills, enabling them to succeed in meeting the cyber security challenges facing modern organisations today.
In this programme you will learn about the foundations of networks and computer systems, thereby allowing you to understand how communications can be probed and altered, and systems can be forensically analysed. You’ll also learn about techniques for secure programming and how real-world networks and systems are protected with fundamental techniques such as access control, encryption, and intrusion detection.
In each of the first 3 years of the programme students take 8 mandatory courses and in Year 4 they take 5 mandatory courses and 3 optional courses from the 4th year optional course list.
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Course Information
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
2027-09-13
Campus
Edinburgh Campus
Application Details
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
A56-J32
Institution Code
H24
Points of Entry
Year 1, Year 2
Entry Requirements
A level
including **Mathematics at B for entry to Year 1. For entry to Year 2: BBB including Mathematics and either Computer Science or Software Systems Development
T Level
We will consider T Levels as suitable for entry to our degree programmes, however, certain subject requirements may be required for entry to specific programmes. Where this is not evident as part of the T Level studies, we may ask for additional qualifications.
UCAS Tariff
Not accepted
Scottish HNC
HNC with B in graded unit (including sufficient Mathematics at SCQF Level 6) for entry to Year 1. For entry to Year 2: HNC in relevant subject (including sufficient Mathematics and Computing at SCQF Level 6) with A in graded unit and 120 SCQF credit points.
Scottish HND
For entry to Year 1: HND in relevant subject (including sufficient Mathematics at SCQF Level 6) with BB in graded units. For entry to Year 2: HND in relevant subject (including sufficient Mathematics and Computing at SCQF Level 6 and Computing) with AB in graded units.
Scottish Higher
including **Mathematics.
GCSE/National 4/National 5
It is also a requirement of every applicant to have English and Mathematics at a minimum of National 5 Grade C or GCSE Grade C or 4 (or equivalent)
Not accepted
Scottish Advanced Higher
including Mathematics and Computing plus ABBB at Highers for entry to Year 2.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
with **Mathematics at Higher Level 5 for entry to Year 1. For entry to Year 2: A total of 30 points with Mathematics and Computing at Higher Level 6.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
in a relevant subject (including sufficient Mathematics) for entry to Year 1. For entry to Year 2: DDM in a relevant subject (including sufficient Mathematics and Computing).
Foundation Apprenticeship (SCQF Level 6)
We accept Foundation Apprenticeships in combination with other qualifications such as SQA Highers and Advanced Highers.
A level
including Mathematics at B
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
in a relevant subject (including sufficient Mathematics)
Scottish Higher
Standard Entry Requirements: including Maths Minimum entry requirements: Must include B in Maths
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
with **Mathematics at Higher Level 5
Scottish HNC
HNC with B in graded unit (including sufficient Mathematics at SCQF Level 6)
Scottish HND
HND in relevant subject (including sufficient Mathematics at SCQF Level 6) with BB in graded units.
A level
including Mathematics and either Computer Science or Software Systems Development
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
in a relevant subject (including sufficient Mathematics and Computing).
Scottish Advanced Higher
including Mathematics and Computing plus ABBB
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
with Mathematics and Computing at Higher Level 6
Scottish HNC
HNC in relevant subject (including sufficient Mathematics and Computing at SCQF Level 6) with A in graded unit.
Scottish HND
HND in relevant subject (including sufficient Mathematics and Computing at SCQF Level 6 and Computing) with AB in graded units.
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Fees and funding
| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scotland | £1,820 | 2026/27 | Year 1 | |
| Channel Islands, England, Northern Ireland, Wales, Republic of Ireland | £9,790 | 2026/27 | Year 1 | |
| EU, International | £25,808 | 2026/27 | Year 1 |
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